Hotpoint-Ariston WDD 9640B Owner's manual

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Contents

Installation, 2-3

Unpacking and levelling

Connecting the electricity and water supplies

The first wash cycle

Technical data

Description of the washer-dryer, 4-5

Control panel

Display

How to run a wash cycle or a drying cycle, 6

Wash cycles and functions, 7

Table of wash cycles

Wash functions

Detergents and laundry, 8

Detergent dispenser drawer

Preparing the laundry

Special wash cycles

Load balancing system

Precautions and tips, 9

General safety

Disposal

Opening the porthole door manually

Care and maintenance, 10

Cutting off the water or electricity supply

Cleaning the washer-dryer

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Caring for the door and drum of your appliance

Cleaning the pump

Checking the water inlet hose

Troubleshooting, 11

Service, 12

WDD 9640

Instructions for use

WASHER-DRYER

English,1

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Français,13

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Deutsch,25

Nederlands,37

NL

Português,61

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ES

Español,49

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Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability,

help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it

from shifting while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or

a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient

ventilation space underneath the washer-dryer.

Connecting the electricity and water

supplies

Connecting the water inlet hose

1. Connect the supply pipe

by screwing it to a cold

water tap using a ¾ gas

threaded connection (see

figure).

Before performing the con-

nection, allow the water to

run freely until it is perfectly

clear.

2. Connect the inlet hose

to the washer-dryer by

screwing it onto the corre-

sponding water inlet of the

appliance, which is situa-

ted on the top right-hand

side of the rear part of the

appliance (see figure).

3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.

! The water pressure at the tap must fall within the values

indicated in the Technical details table (see page 3).

! If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialised

shop or an authorised technician.

! Never use second-hand hoses.

! Use the ones supplied with the machine.

! This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for

future reference. If the washer-dryer is sold, transferred or

moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains with

the machine so that the new owner is able to familiarise

himself/herself with its operation and features.

! Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital infor-

mation relating to the safe installation and operation of the

appliance.

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Remove the washer-dryer from its packaging.

2. Make sure that the washer-dryer has not been damaged

during the transportation process. If it has been damaged,

contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the

installation process.

3. Remove the 4 protective

screws (used during tran-

sportation) and the rubber

washer with the correspon-

ding spacer, located on the

rear part of the appliance

(see figure).

4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs provided.

5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will need them

again if the washer-dryer needs to be moved to another

location.

! Packaging materials should not be used as toys for

children.

Levelling

1. Install the washer-dryer on a flat sturdy floor, without re-

sting it up against walls, furniture cabinets or anything else.

2. If the floor is not perfectly

level, compensate for any

unevenness by tightening

or loosening the adjusta-

ble front feet (see figure);

the angle of inclination,

measured in relation to the

worktop, must not exceed

2°.

Installation

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65 - 100 cm

Connecting the drain hose

Connect the drain hose,

without bending it, to a drai-

nage duct or a wall drain

located at a height between

65 and 100 cm from the

floor;

alternatively, rest it on

the side of a washbasin

or bathtub, fastening the

duct supplied to the tap

(see figure). The free end

of the hose should not be

underwater.

! We advise against the use of hose extensions; if it is

absolutely necessary, the extension must have the same

diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150 cm

in length.

Electrical connections

Before plugging the appliance into the electricity socket,

make sure that:

• thesocketisearthedandcomplieswithallapplicable

laws;

• thesocketisabletowithstandthemaximumpowerload

of the appliance as indicated on the Technical Data Plate

fixed on the machine;

• thepowersupplyvoltagefallswithinthevaluesindicated

on the Technical Data Plate fixed on the machine;

• thesocketiscompatiblewiththeplugofthewasher-dr-

yer. If this is not the case, replace the socket or the plug.

! The washer-dryer must not be installed outdoors, even

in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the

appliance exposed to rain, storms and other weather

conditions.

! When the washer-dryer has been installed, the electricity

socket must be within easy reach.

! Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

! The cable should not be bent or compressed.

! The power supply cable must only be replaced by autho-

rised technicians.

Warning! The company shall not be held responsible in the

event that these regulations are not respected.

The first wash cycle

Once the appliance has been installed, and before you use

it for the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no

laundry, using the wash cycle (60°C).

Technical data

Model

WDD 9640

Dimensions

width 59.5 cm

height 85 cm

depth 60,5 cm

Capacity

from 1 to 9 kg for the wash programme

from 1 to 6 kg for the drying programme

Electrical

connections

please refer to the technical data plate fixed

to the machine

Water connections

maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)

minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)

drum capacity 62 litres

Spin speed

up to 1400 rotations per minute

Energy rated

programmes

according to

regulation

EN 50229

Wash: programme

; temperature 60°C

(2nd press of the button); using a load of 9 kg.

Drying: the smaller load must be dried by

selecting the “EXTRA” dryness level. The

load must consist of 3 sheets, 2 pillowcases

and 1 hand towel;

the remainder of the load must be dried by

selecting the “EXTRA” dryness level.

This appliance conforms to the following EC

Directives:

- 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)

- 2002/96/EC

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Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense deter-

gents and washing additives (see “Detergents and laundry”).

ON/OFF button : press this briefly to switch the ma-

chine on or off. The START/PAUSE indicator light, which

flashes slowly in a green colour shows that the machine

is switched on. To switch off the washer-dryer during the

wash cycle, press and hold the button for approximately 3

seconds; if the button is pressed briefly or accidentally the

machine will not switch off. If the machine is switched off

during a wash cycle, this wash cycle will be cancelled.

WASH CYCLE SELECTOR buttons: used to set the

desired wash cycle (see “Table of wash cycles”).

MEMORY button: press and hold the button to store a

cycle with your own set of preferences in the memory of

the machine. To recall a previously stored cycle, press the

MEMORY button.

FUNCTION buttons: press the button to select the

desired function. The corresponding indicator light on the

display will switch on.

CLEANING ACTION

button : to select the desired

wash intensity.

ANTI ALLERGY RINSE

button : press to select

the desired rinse type.

DRYING button : press to set a drying cycle.

TEMPERATURE button : press to decrease the tem-

perature: the value will be shown on the display.

CHILD LOCK button : to activate the control panel

lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2

seconds. When the symbol is illuminated, the control

panel is locked. This means it is possible to prevent wash

cycles from being modified accidentally, especially where

there are children in the home. To deactivate the control

panel lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2

seconds.

DELAY TIMER button : press to set a delayed start

time for the selected wash cycle. The delay time will be

shown on the display.

START/PAUSE button with indicator light: when the gre-

en indicator light flashes slowly, press the button to start a

wash cycle. Once the cycle has started the indicator light

will remain lit in a fixed manner. To pause the wash cycle,

press the button again; the indicator light will flash in an

orange colour. If the symbol is not illuminated, the door

may be opened. To start the wash cycle from the point at

which it was interrupted, press the button again.

Standby mode

This washer-dryer, in compliance with new energy saving

regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby system

which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is

detected. Press the ON-OFF button briefly and wait for the

machine to start up again.

Description of the washer-dryer

Control panel

TEMPERATURE

button

WASH

CYCLE

SELECTOR

buttons

Detergent dispenser drawer

FUNCTION

buttons

ON/OFF

button

START/PAUSE

button with

indicator light

CHILD LOCK

button

DISPLAY

DELAY

TIMER

button

MEMORY

button

CLEANING

ACTION

button

ANTI

ALLERGY

RINSE

button

DRYING

button

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Display

The display is useful when programming the machine and provides a great deal of information.

The upper two strings A and B are used to display the selected wash cycle or the type of drying selected, the current wash

cycle phase (the selected dryness level or drying time) and all the indications relating to the progress status of the cycle.

String C shows the time remaining until the end of the wash cycle in progress and, if a DELAYED START has been set, the

time remaining until the start of the selected wash cycle.

String D shows the maximum spin speed value (this depends on the selected wash cycle); if the wash cycle does not include

a spin cycle, the string remains unused.

String E shows the maximum temperature value which may be selected (this depends on the wash cycle used); if the tempe-

rature of the wash cycle cannot be modified, the string remains unused.

Indicator lights F correspond to the functions and light up when the selected function is compatible with the set wash cycle.

Door locked symbol

If the symbol is lit, this indicates that the washer-dryer door is blocked to prevent it from being opened accidentally. To pre-

vent any damage from occurring, wait for the symbol to switch itself off before opening the appliance door.

N.B.: if the DELAYE TIMER function has been activated, the door cannot be opened; pauses the machine by pressing the

START/PAUSE button if you wish to open it.

! The first time the machine is switched on, you will be asked to select the language and the display will automatically show

the language selection menu.

To select the desired language press the X and Y buttons; to confirm the selection press the Z button.

To change the language switch off the machine and press buttons X, Y, Z simultaneously until an alarm is heard: the

language-selection menu will be displayed again.

A

B

C

D

E

F

Z

X

Y

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How to run a wash cycle or a

drying cycle

1. SWITCH THE MACHINE ON. Press the On/Off button

; the text POWER ON will appear on the display and the

START/PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in a green colour.

2. LOAD THE LAUNDRY. Open the porthole door. Load the

laundry, making sure you do not exceed the maximum load

value indicated in the table of programmes on the following

page.

3. MEASURE OUT THE DETERGENT. Open the detergent

dispenser drawer and pour the detergent into the relevant

compartments as described in “Detergents and laundry”.

4. CLOSE THE DOOR.

5. SELECT THE WASH CYCLE. Press one of the WASH

CYCLE SELECTOR buttons to select the required wash

cycle; the name of the wash cycle will appear on the

display. A temperature and spin speed is set for each wash

cycle; these may be adjusted. The duration of the cycle will

appear on the display.

6. CUSTOMISE THE WASH CYCLE. Use the relevant buttons:

Modifying the temperature. The machine automatically

select the maximum temperature set for the selected

wash cycle; this values cannot therefore be increased. The

temperature can be decreased by pressing the button,

until the cold wash “OFF” setting is reached. If this button

is pressed again, the maximum values are restored.

Setting a delayed start.

To set a delayed start for the selected programme, press

the corresponding button repeatedly until the required

delay period has been reached. When this option is

enabled, the symbol lights up on the display. To remove

the delayed start function press the button until the text

“OFF” appears on the display.

Setting the drying cycle.

The desired drying cycle type may be set by pressing the

DRYING button once or several times. Two options are

available:

A - Based on the how damp the clothes are once they

have been dried:

Iron: suitable for clothes which will need ironing afterwards.

the remaining dampness softens creases, making them

easier to remove.

Hanger: ideal for clothes which do not need to be dried fully.

Cupboard: suitable for laundry which can be put back in a

cupboard without being ironed.

Extra: suitable for garments which need to be dried

completely, such as sponges and bathrobes.

B - Based on a set time period: between 20 and 180 minutes.

To exclude the drying phase press the relevant button until

the text OFF appears on the display.

If your laundry load to be washed and dried is much greater

than the maximum stated load, perform the wash cycle, and

when the cycle is complete, divide the garments into groups

and put some of them back in the drum. At this point, follow

the instructions provided for a “Drying only” cycle. Repeat

this procedure for the remainder of the load. A cooling-down

period is always added to the end of each drying cycle.

Drying only

Use the cycle selector knob to select a drying cycle ( ) in

accordance with the type of fabric. The desired drying level or

time may also be set using the DRYING button .

Selecting the cotton drying cycle through the programme

selector knob and pressing the “Eco” button activates an

automatic drying cycle that allows for saving energy, thanks

to an optimal combination of air temperature and cycle

duration; the display will visualise the “Eco” dryness level.

Set the desired wash intensity.

Option makes it possible to optimise washing based on the

level of soil in the fabrics and on desired wash cycle intensity.

Select the wash programme: the cycle will be automatically

set to “Normal” as optimised for garments with an average

level of soil (this setting is not applicable to the “Wool” cycle,

which is automatically set to “Delicate”).

For heavily-soiled garments press button until the “Super

Wash” level is reached. This level ensures a high-performance

wash due to a larger quantity of water used in the initial phase

of the cycle and due to increased drum rotation. It is useful

when removing the most stubborn stains.

It can be used with or without bleach. If you wish to

bleach the items insert the additional compartment (4) into

compartment 1. When pouring the bleach, be careful not

to exceed the “max” level marked on the central pivot (see

figure pag. 8).

For lightly-soiled garments or a more delicate treatment of the

fabrics, press button “ ” until the “Delicate” level is reached.

The cycle will reduce the drum rotation to ensure washing results

are perfect for delicate garments. If the current selection can be

neither set nor changed, the display will show “Not allowed”.

Set the rinse type.

Option makes it possible to select the desired rinse

type for sensitive skin. Press the button once for the “Extra

Rinse” level, which makes it possible to select an additional

rinse after the standard cycle rinse and remove all traces of

detergent. Press the button again for the “Sensitive Skin”

level, which makes it possible to select two additional rinses

to the standard cycle rinses; it is recommended for very

sensitive skin. Press the button for the third time for the “Anti

allergy Rinse” level, which makes it possible to select three

additional rinses to the standard cycle rinses and remove

major allergens such as pollen, mites, cat and dog hair. Press

the button again to go back to the “Normal Rinse” rinse type.

If the current adjustment can be neither set nor changed, the

display will show “Not allowed”.

Modifying the cycle settings.

• Pressthebuttontoenablethefunction;theindicator

light corresponding to the button will switch on.

• Pressthebuttonagaintodisablethefunction;the

indicator light will switch off.

! If the selected function is not compatible with the

programmed wash cycle, the indicator light will flash and

the function will not be activated.

! If the selected function is not compatible with another

function which has been selected previously, the indicator

light corresponding to the first function selected will flash

and only the second function will be activated; the indicator

light corresponding to the enabled function will remain lit.

! The functions may affect the recommended load value

and/or the duration of the cycle.

7. START THE PROGRAMME. Press the START/PAUSE

button. The corresponding indicator light will become green,

remaining lit in a fixed manner, and the door will be locked

(the DOOR LOCKED symbol will be on). During the wash

cycle, the name of the phase in progress will appear on

the display. To change a wash cycle while it is in progress,

pause the washer-dryer using the START/PAUSE button

(the START/PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in an

orange colour); then select the desired cycle and press

the START/PAUSE button again. To open the door while a

cycle is in progress, press the START/PAUSE button; if the

DOOR LOCKED symbol is switched off the door may be

opened. Press the START/PAUSE button again to restart the

wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted.

8. THE END OF THE WASH CYCLE. This will be indicated

by the text “END OF CYCLE” on the display; when the DOOR

LOCKED symbol switches off the door may be opened.

Open the door, unload the laundry and switch off the machine.

! If you wish to cancel a cycle which has already begun, press

and hold the button. The cycle will be stopped and the

machine will switch off.

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Wash cycles and functions

Table of wash cycles

Wash

cycles

Description of the wash cycle

Max.

temp.

(°C)

Max.

speed

(rpm)

Drying

Detergents

Max.

load

(kg)

Cycle

duration

Pre-

Wash

Wash Bleach

Fabric

softener

Anti Stain

40° 1400



-



-



5

Cotton Prewash (1st press of the button): extremely soiled whites

and resistant colours.

90° 1400

  

-



9

White Cottons (1) (2nd press of the button): heavily soiled whites

and delicate colours.

60° 1400



-

  

9

Cottons Coloured (2) (3rd press of the button): lightly soiled whites

and delicate colours.

40° 1400



-

  

9

Synthetics Resistant (1st press of the button): heavily soiled

resistant colours.

60° 800



-

  

4

Synthetics Delicate (2nd press of the button): lightly soiled resi-

stant colours.

40° 800



-

  

4

Delicates

30° 0



-



-



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M

Memory: allows for any wash cycle to be stored.

Woolmark Platinum (Wool): for wool, cashmere, etc. 40° 800



-



-



2

Fastwash 30' (1st press of the button): to refresh lightly soiled

garments quickly (not suitable for wool, silk and clothes which

require washing by hand).

30° 800



-



-



3.5

Ready to Wear (2nd press of the button)

30° 1400



-



-



1

Cotton Dry (1st press of the button)

- -



- - - - 6

Synthetics Dry (2nd press of the button)

- -



- - - - 4

Wool Dry (3rd press of the button)

- -



- - - - 2

Spin (1st press of the button) - 1400



- - - - 9

Rinse (2nd press of the button) - 1400



- - -



9

Pump out (3rd press of the button) - 0 - - - - - 9

The duration of the wash cycles can be checked on the display.

The length of cycle shown on the display or in this booklet is an estimation only and is calculated assuming standard working conditions. The actual duration can

vary according to factors such as water temperature and pressure, the amount of detergent used, the amount and type of load inserted, load balancing and any

wash options selected.

For all Test Institutes:

1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 50229: set wash cycle 60°C (2nd press of the button).

2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 40°C (3rd press of the button).

Wash functions

Timer Saver

If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be redu-

ced by up to 50%, depending on the selected cycle, thereby

guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving. Use this

cycle for lightly soiled garments.

! It cannot be used with the , , , “Ready to Wear”,

, .

Press this button to reduce the spin speed.

! It cannot be used with the , “Ready to Wear”, and

“Pump out”.

Eco

The Eco function saves energy by not heating the water

used to wash your laundry – an advantage both to the en-

vironment and to your energy bill. Instead, intensified wash

action and water optimisation ensure great wash results in

the same average time of a standard cycle.

For the best washing results we recommend the usage of

a liquid detergent.

! It cannot be used with the , (90°C), , , “Ready to

Wear”, “Synthetics Dry”, “Wool Dry”, .

By selecting the drying function as well, an automatic

drying cycle automatically activates at the end of the wash

cycle – it too allows for saving energy, thanks to the opti-

mal combination of air temperature and cycle duration; the

display will visualise the “Eco” dryness level,

! It can be activated with programmes “White Cottons” and

“Cottons Coloured”.

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Detergent dispenser drawer

Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of

detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily

result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause a

build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to

environmental pollution.

! Do not use hand washing detergents because these

create too much foam.

Open the detergent di-

spenser drawer and pour

in the detergent or washing

additive, as follows.

compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder)

Before pouring in the detergent, make sure that extra com-

partment 4 has been removed.

compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle

(powder or liquid)

If liquid detergent is used, it is recommended that the

removable plastic partition A (supplied) be used for proper

dosage.

If powder detergent is used, place the partition into slot B.

compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)

The fabric softener should not overflow the grid.

extra compartment 4: Bleach

Preparing the laundry

•Dividethelaundryaccordingto:

- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label

- the colours: separate coloured garments from whites.

•Emptyallgarmentpocketsandcheckthebuttons.

•Donotexceedthelistedvalues,whichrefertotheweight

of the laundry when dry:

Durable fabrics: max. 9 kg

Synthetic fabrics: max. 4 kg

Delicate fabrics: max. 2 kg

Wool: max. 2 kg

Silk: max. 2 kg

How much does your laundry weigh?

1 sheet 400-500 g

1 pillow case 150-200 g

1 tablecloth 400-500 g

1 bathrobe 900-1200 g

1 towel 150-250 g

Special wash cycles

Anti Stain : this programme is suitable to heavily-soiled

garments with resistant colours. It ensures a washing

class that is higher than the standard class (A class). When

running the programme, do not mix garments of different

colours. We recommend the use of powder detergent.

Pre-treatment with special additives is recommended if

there are obstinate stains.

Delicates: use programme to wash very delicate

garments having strasses or sequins.

To wash silk garments and curtains select the cycle

and set the “Delicate” level from option .

We recommend turning the garments inside out before

washing and placing small items into the special bag

for washing delicates. Use liquid detergent on delicate

garments for best results.

When selecting an exclusively time-based drying function,

a drying cycle is performed at the end of the wash cycle

that is particularly delicate, thanks to light handling and

appropriate temperature control of the water jet.

The recommended durations are:

1 kg of synthetic garments --> 150 min

1 kg of synthetic and cotton garments --> 180 min

1 kg of cotton garments --> 180 min

The degree of dryness depends on the load and fabric

composition.

Wool: the wool wash cycle on this Hotpoint-Ariston

machine has been tested and approved by The Woolmark

Company for washing wool garments labelled as hand wa-

shable provided that the garments are washed according

to the instructions on the garment label and those issued

by the manufacturer of this washing machine. Hotpoint-

Ariston is the first washing machine brand to be approved

by The Woolmark Company for Apparel Care- Platinum for

its washing performance and consumption of energy and

water (M1127).

Ready to Wear: select programme (2nd press of the button)

for washing and drying lightly soiled garments (Cotton and

Synthetic) in a short time. This cycle may be used to wash

and dry a laundry load of up to 1 kg in just 45 minutes.

To achieve optimum results, use liquid detergent and pre-

treat cuffs, collars and stains.

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and

to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates

continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the

washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load

is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced

spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the

washer-dryer performs the distribution process instead of

spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and bal-

ance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed

in the load.

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Precautions and tips

! This washer-dryer was designed and constructed in

accordance with international safety regulations. The fol-

lowing information is provided for safety reasons and must

therefore be read carefully.

General safety

• Thisapplianceisnotintendedforusebypersons(inclu-

ding children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,

unless they have been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance by a person responsi-

ble for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do

not play with the appliance.

– Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.

– Items that have been soiled with substances such as

cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot re-

movers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be

washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent

before being dried in the tumble dryer.

– Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps,

waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes

or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be

dried in the tumble dryer.

– Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used

as specified by the fabric softener instructions.

– The final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without

heat (cool down cycle) to ensure that the items are left

at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be

damaged.

WARNING: Never stop a tumble dryer before the end

of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed

and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

• Thisappliancewasdesignedfordomesticuseonly.

• Donottouchthemachinewhenbarefootorwithwetor

damp hands or feet.

• Donotpullonthepowersupplycablewhenunplugging

the appliance from the electricity socket. Hold the plug

and pull.

• Donottouchthedrainedwaterasitmayreachextre-

mely high temperatures.

• Neverforcetheportholedoor.Thiscoulddamagethesafety

lock mechanism designed to prevent accidental opening.

• Iftheappliancebreaksdown,donotunderanycircum-

stances access the internal mechanisms in an attempt

to repair it yourself.

• Alwayskeepchildrenwellawayfromtheappliancewhile

it is operating.

• Ifitmustbemoved,proceedwiththehelpoftwoorth-

ree people and handle it with the utmost care. Never try

to do this alone, because the appliance is very heavy.

• Beforeloadinglaundryintothewasherdryer,makesure

the drum is empty.

• Duringthedryingphase,thedoortendstogetquitehot.

• Donotusetheappliancetodryclothesthathave

been washed with flammable solvents (e.g.

trichlorethylene).

• Donotusetheappliancetodryfoamrubberor 

similar elastomers.

• Makesurethatthewatertapisturnedonduring 

the drying cycles.

Opening the porthole door manually

In the event that it is not possible to open the porthole

door due to a powercut, and if you wish to remove the

laundry, proceed as follows:

1. remove the plug from the

electrical socket.

2. make sure the water level

inside the machine is lower

than the door opening; if it

is not, remove excess water

using the drain hose, collec-

ting it in a bucket as indicated

in the figure.

3. using a screwdriver,

remove the cover panel on

the lower front part of the

washer-dryer (see figure).

4. pull outwards using the tab as indicated in the figure,

until the plastic tie-rod is freed from its stop position; pull

downwards and open the door at the same time.

5. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are securely

in place before you push it onto the appliance.

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Disposal

•Disposingofthepackagingmaterials:observelocalregu-

lations so that the packaging may be re-used.

•TheEuropeanDirective2002/96/EConWasteElectrical

and Electronic Equipment, requires that old household

electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal

unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be

collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and

recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the im-

pact on human health and the environment. The crossed

out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of

your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it

must be separately collected. Consumers should contact

their local authority or retailer for information concerning the

correct disposal of their old appliance.

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Care and maintenance

Cutting off the water and electricity

supplies

• Turnoffthewatertapaftereverywashcycle.Thiswilllimit

wear on the hydraulic system inside the washer-dryer and

help to prevent leaks.

• Unplugthewasher-dryerwhencleaningitandduringall

maintenance work.

Cleaning the washer-dryer

•Theouterpartsandrubbercomponentsoftheapplian-

ce can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm

soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.

•Thewasher-dryerhasa“AutoClean”programmeforits

internal parts that must be run with no load in the drum.

For maximum performance you may want to use either

the detergent (i.e. a quantity 10% the quantity specified

for lightly-soiled garments) or special additives to clean the

washer-dryer. We recommend running a cleaning program-

me every 40 wash cycles.

To start the programme press buttons A and B simulta-

neously for 5 seconds (see figure).

The programme will start automatically and will last appro-

ximately 70 minutes. To stop the cycle press the START/

PAUSE button.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Remove the dispenser by

raising it and pulling it out

(see figure).

Wash it under running wa-

ter; this operation should be

repeated frequently.

Caring for the door and drum of your

appliance

• Alwaysleavetheportholedoorajarinordertoprevent

unpleasant odours from forming.

Cleaning the pump

The washer-dryer is fitted with a self-cleaning pump which

does not require any maintenance. Sometimes, small items

(such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber

which protects the pump, situated in its bottom part.

! Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the

appliance.

To access the pre-chamber:

1. using a screwdriver,

remove the cover panel on

the lower front part of the

washer-dryer (see figure);

2. unscrew the lid by rota-

ting it anti-clockwise (see

figure): a little water may

trickle out. This is perfectly

normal;

3. clean the inside thoroughly;

4. screw the lid back on;

5. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are securely

in place before you push it onto the appliance.

Checking the water inlet hose

Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If there are any

cracks, it should be replaced immediately: during the wash

cycles, water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose

could easily split open.

! Never use second-hand hoses.

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Troubleshooting

Your washer-dryer could fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre (see “Assistance”), make sure that

the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list.

Problem:

The washer-dryer does not switch on.

The wash cycle does not start.

The washer-dryer does not take in

water (the text “NO WATER, CHECK

SUPPLY” appears on the display).

The washer-dryer continuously

takes in and

drains water.

The washer-dryer does not drain or

spin.

The washer-dryer vibrates a lot

during the spin cycle.

The washer-dryer leaks.

The machine is locked and the display

flashes, indicating an error code (e.g.

F-01, F-..).

There is too much foam.

The washer-dryer does not dry.

Possible causes / Solutions:

• Theapplianceisnotpluggedintothesocketfully,orisnotmakingcontact.

• Thereisnopowerinthehouse.

• Thewasher-dryerdoorisnotclosedproperly.

• TheON/OFFbuttonhasnotbeenpressed.

• TheSTART/PAUSEbuttonhasnotbeenpressed.

• Thewatertaphasnotbeenopened.

• Adelayedstarthasbeenset(see “How to run a wash cycle or a drying cycle”).

• Thewaterinlethoseisnotconnectedtothetap.

• Thehoseisbent.

• Thewatertaphasnotbeenopened.

• Thereisnowatersupplyinthehouse.

• Thepressureistoolow.

• TheSTART/PAUSEbuttonhasnotbeenpressed.

• Thedrainhoseisnotfittedataheightbetween65and100cmfromthefloor

(see “Installation”).

• Thefreeendofthehoseisunderwater(see “Installation”).

• Thewalldrainagesystemisnotfittedwithabreatherpipe.

If the problem persists even after these checks, turn off the water tap, switch

the appliance off and contact the Assistance Service. If the dwelling is on one of

the upper floors of a building, there may be problems relating to water drainage,

causing the washer-dryer to fill with water and drain continuously. Special anti-

draining valves are available in shops and help to avoid this inconvenience.

• Thewashcycledoesnotincludedraining:somewashcyclesrequirethedrain

phase to be started manually (see “Wash cycles and functions”).

• Thedrainhoseisbent(see “Installation”).

• Thedrainageductisclogged.

• Thedrumwasnotunlockedcorrectlyduringinstallation(see “Installation”).

• Thewasher-dryerisnotlevel(see “Installation”).

• Thewasher-dryeristrappedbetweencabinetsandwalls(see “Installation”).

• Thewaterinlethoseisnotscrewedonproperly(see “Installation”).

• Thedetergentdispenserdrawerisblocked(forcleaninginstructions,see “Care

and maintenance”).

• Thedrainhoseisnotfixedproperly(see “Installation”).

• Switchoffthemachineandunplugit,waitforapproximately1minuteandthen

switch it back on again. If the problem persists, contact the Technical Assi-

stance Service.

• Thedetergentisnotsuitableformachinewashing(itshoulddisplaythetext

“for washing machines” or “hand and machine wash”, or the like).

• Toomuchdetergentwasused.

• Theapplianceisnotpluggedintothesocket,ornotenoughtomakecontact.

• Therehasbeenapowerfailure.

• Theappliancedoorisnotshutproperly.

• ADELAYTIMERhasbeenset.

• DRYINGisintheOFF position.

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Before calling for Assistance:

• Check whether you can solve the problem alone (see “Troubleshooting”);

• Restarttheprogrammetocheckwhethertheproblemhasbeensolved;

• Ifthisisnotthecase,contactanauthorisedTechnicalAssistanceCentreusingthetelephonenumberprovidedonthe

guarantee certificate.

! Always request the assistance of authorised technicians.

Have the following information to hand:

• thetypeofproblem;

• theappliancemodel(Mod.);

• theserialnumber(S/N).

This information can be found on the data plate applied to the rear of the washer-dryer, and can also be found on the front of

the appliance by opening the door.

Service

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Hotpoint-Ariston WDD 9640B, WDD 9640B EU Owner's manual